Hardi NAVIGATOR FORCE Instruction Book

NAVIGATOR FORCE

Original

Instruction book

67039600-100 - Version 1.00 GB - 05.2014

www.hardi-international.com

We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI plant protection product. The reliability and efficiency of this product depend upon your care. The first step is to carefully read and pay attention to this instruction book. It contains essential information for the efficient use and long life of this quality product.

The original instruction book is approved and published in English. All other languages are translations of the original book. In the event of any conflicts, inaccuracies or deviations between the English book and other languages, the English version shall prevail.

Illustrations, technical information and data in this book are believed to be correct at the time of printing. As it is the policy of HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S to continuously improve our products, we reserve the right to make changes in design, features, accessories, specifications and maintenance instructions at any time and without notice.

HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S is without any obligation in relation to implements purchased before or after such changes.

HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S cannot undertake any responsibility for possible omissions or inaccuracies in this publication, although everything possible has been done to make it complete and correct.

As this instruction book covers more models and features or equipment, which are available in certain countries only, please pay attention to paragraphs dealing with precisely your model.

Published and printed by HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S.

This book covers NAVIGATOR 5000 and 6000 litre models.

1 - EU Declaration

EU Declaration of Conformity

As manufacturer:

HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S

Herthadalvej 10

4840 Nørre Alslev

DENMARK

hereby declare that the following product

* Further data for this sprayer are shown on its type sign.

fulfils all the relevant provisions of the following Directives of the European Parliament and of the Council:

• 2006/42/EC, regarding the Machinery Directive (CE marking).

• 2009/127/EC and later amendments, regarding machinery for pesticide application.

• 2014/30/EU, regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Electronic components on the machine are tested and

installed according to the requirements of the EMC Directive.

as well as the following ISO standard:

• ISO 14982, regarding test methods and acceptance criteria for electromagnetic compatibility for agricultural machinery.

Field sprayer:

Identification number*:

HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S Nørre Alslev, Denmark

Date: Signature:

Name:

Job title:

1 - EU Declaration

Table of Contents

1 - EU Declaration

EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................3

2 - Safety Notes

Operator Safety .....................................................................................................................................9

Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Precautions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Label Explanation ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10

3 - Description

General Info .........................................................................................................................................13

View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Identification Plates ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Roadworthiness ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Sprayer Use ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Frame .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Tanks and Equipment ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................16

Pump .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Valves and Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

DynamicFluid4 Pressure Regulation ....................................................................................................................................................... 17

RinseTank ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

EasyClean Filter ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

CycloneFilter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

TurboFiller ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Clean Water Tank ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24

DilutionKit (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

BoomPrime (optional) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Diagram - Basic Liquid System ................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Diagram - Liquid System with Options ................................................................................................................................................. 27

Hydraulic Systems ...............................................................................................................................28

Hydraulic Blocks ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

IntelliTrack Hydraulics (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................... 29

Boom ...................................................................................................................................................30

Boom and terminology ................................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Equipment ...........................................................................................................................................31

ManualTrack ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31

IntelliTrack ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31

Driving Technique for IntelliTrack ............................................................................................................................................................. 31

Platform ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Right Side Cover .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32

Tank Level Indicator ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Nozzle Pressure Gauge .................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

ChemLocker (optional) .................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

SafetyLocker (optional) .................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

Night Spraying Light (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................. 34

External Cleaning Device (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................ 34

EcoFill (optional) .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 34

4 - Sprayer setup

General info .........................................................................................................................................35

Unloading the Sprayer from the Truck .................................................................................................................................................. 35

Pulling the Sprayer at the Tie Down Points ........................................................................................................................................ 35

Before Putting the Sprayer into Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 35

Support Leg ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36

Jack Up the Sprayer ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Table of Contents

Transmission Shaft ..............................................................................................................................37

Operator Safety .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37

PTO Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Mechanical Connections ......................................................................................................................38

Drawbars .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 38

Fixed Drawbar (High Hitch Extension only) ........................................................................................................................................ 39

Tracking Drawbar Transport Lock ............................................................................................................................................................. 39

Hose Package Support .................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

Hydraulic Systems ...............................................................................................................................41

General Info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 41

Requirements for tractor ................................................................................................................................................................................ 41

Open Centre Hydraulics (optional) .......................................................................................................................................................... 42

Electrical Connections .........................................................................................................................43

IntelliTrack Potentiometer Connection ................................................................................................................................................. 43

Power Supply ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43

Installation of Control Unit Brackets ........................................................................................................................................................ 44

Road Safety Kit (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 44

Label for Manually Steered Version (optional) .................................................................................................................................. 45

Speed Transducer for Sprayer ..................................................................................................................................................................... 45

Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................46

Label for DilutionKit (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................... 47

BoomPrime Adjustment (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................... 48

Track width, axles and wheels .............................................................................................................49

Altering the Track Gauge (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................ 49

Turning the Wheel Rim ................................................................................................................................................................................... 49

Counter Weight .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50

Brakes ..................................................................................................................................................51

Emergency and Parking Brake (optional) ............................................................................................................................................. 51

Hydraulically Activated Brakes (optional) ............................................................................................................................................. 51

Air Activated Brakes (1st option) ............................................................................................................................................................... 52

Air Activated Brakes (2nd option) ............................................................................................................................................................. 52

Single-Line Air Brakes (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................ 53

Dual-Line Air Brakes (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................... 53

5 - Operation

General Info .........................................................................................................................................55

Environmental Info ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 55

Boom ...................................................................................................................................................56

Safety Info ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 56

Manoeuvring of the Boom ( HPZ ) - with HC 6500 / HC 8500 / HC 9500 / ISOBUS ................................................... 57

Hydraulic Slanting Control (Optional) .................................................................................................................................................... 58

Boom Tilt Function ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 58

Night Spraying Light (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................. 58

Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................59

Filling/Washing Location Requirements .............................................................................................................................................. 59

Filling of Water ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59

Filling Through Tank Lid ................................................................................................................................................................................. 60

External Filling Device (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................... 60

Filling of Rinsing Tank (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................... 61

Filling of Clean Water Tank ............................................................................................................................................................................ 61

Safety Precautions - Crop Protection Chemicals ............................................................................................................................. 62

Filling Chemicals through Tank Lid ......................................................................................................................................................... 62

Filling Liquid Chemicals by using HARDI TurboFiller .................................................................................................................... 63

Filling Powder Chemicals by using HARDI TurboFiller ................................................................................................................ 64

Agitation before Resuming a Spray Job ............................................................................................................................................... 65

Parking the Sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 65

TurboFiller Rinsing .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 67

Table of Contents

Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................69

Quick Reference - Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................................... 70

Standard Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 70

Cleaning the Tank and Liquid System ................................................................................................................................................... 71

Cleaning and Maintenance of Filters ...................................................................................................................................................... 71

Use of Rinsing Tank and Rinsing Nozzles (Optional) ..................................................................................................................... 72

Technical Residue .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 73

Using the Drain Valve ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 73

Pressure Draining (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 74

Outside Cleaning - Use of External Cleaning Device (optional) ............................................................................................ 74

6 - Maintenance

Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................75

Recommended Lubricants ........................................................................................................................................................................... 75

Boom lubrication & oiling plan ................................................................................................................................................................... 76

Trailer/ParaLift Lubrication & Oiling Plan .............................................................................................................................................. 77

PTO Lubrication & Oiling Plan ..................................................................................................................................................................... 77

Service and Maintenance Intervals .....................................................................................................78

10 Hours Service - EasyClean Filter .......................................................................................................................................................... 78

10 Hours Service - CycloneFilter ................................................................................................................................................................ 79

10 Hours Service - In-Line Filter (optional) .......................................................................................................................................... 79

10 Hours Service - Spraying Circuit .......................................................................................................................................................... 80

10 Hours Service - Brakes (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................ 80

10 Hours Service - Air Tank for Brakes (optional) ............................................................................................................................. 80

50 Hours Service - Transmission Shaft ................................................................................................................................................... 80

50 Hours Service - Wheel Nuts ................................................................................................................................................................... 80

50 Hours Service - Air Brakes (optional) ................................................................................................................................................ 80

50 Hours Service - Tyre Pressure ................................................................................................................................................................ 80

100 Hours Service - Check/Adjust Drawbar (Fixed High Drawbar only) ........................................................................... 81

250 Hours Service - Readjustment of the Boom ............................................................................................................................. 81

250 Hours Service - Hydraulic Circuit ...................................................................................................................................................... 81

250 Hours Service - Hoses and Tubes .................................................................................................................................................... 81

250 Hours Service - Wheel Bearings ........................................................................................................................................................ 81

250 Hours Service - Inspect Parking Brake (optional) ................................................................................................................... 82

250 Hours Service - Brake Adjustment (optional) ........................................................................................................................... 82

250 Hours Service - Hydraulic Brakes (optional) .............................................................................................................................. 83

1000 Hours Service - Wheel Bearings and Brakes ........................................................................................................................... 83

Occasional Maintenance ......................................................................................................................85

Pump Valves and Diaphragms Renewal ............................................................................................................................................... 85

Level Indicator Adjustment .......................................................................................................................................................................... 86

Level Indicator Cord Renewal ..................................................................................................................................................................... 86

Drain Valve Seal Replacement .................................................................................................................................................................... 86

Nozzle Tubes and Fittings ............................................................................................................................................................................. 87

Adjustment of 3-Way Valve .......................................................................................................................................................................... 87

Retighten the Frame ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 87

Readjustment of Boom - General Info ................................................................................................................................................... 88

Alignment of inner and 1st outer wings .............................................................................................................................................. 88

Alignment of 1st outer and 2nd outer wings ................................................................................................................................... 89

Breakaway section adjustment .................................................................................................................................................................. 89

End stop valves ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 89

Wing tilt adjustment ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 90

Slanting Indicator Adjustment (optional) ............................................................................................................................................ 90

Wear Bushing Replacement on Boom Lift .......................................................................................................................................... 90

Wear Bushing Renewal on Steering ........................................................................................................................................................ 91

Venting the Steering Hydraulics ................................................................................................................................................................ 91

Table of Contents

Suspension Rubber Dampers (optional) .............................................................................................................................................. 91

Shield Replacement on Transmission Shaft ....................................................................................................................................... 91

Replacement of Transmission Shaft Cross Journals ...................................................................................................................... 91

Change of Tyres ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92

IntelliTrack Front Potentiometer Calibration ..................................................................................................................................... 93

Safety Valve Activation .................................................................................................................................................................................... 94

Off-Season Storage ..............................................................................................................................95

Off-Season Storage Program ....................................................................................................................................................................... 95

7 - Fault finding

Operational Problems .........................................................................................................................97

Liquid System ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 98

Hydraulic System, Z-boom version .......................................................................................................................................................... 99

Mechanical problems ....................................................................................................................... 100

Emergency Operation - Hydraulics ........................................................................................................................................................100

Emergency Operation - Liquid system ................................................................................................................................................100

8 - Technical specifications

Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................... 101

Overall Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................................................................101

Weight .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................102

Wheel and Axle Dimensions ......................................................................................................................................................................102

Pump Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 103

Pump Model 363/5.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................103

Pump Model 363/10.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................103

Pump Model 463/5.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................103

Pump Model 463/6.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................103

Pump Model 463/10.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................103

Pump Model 463/12.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................104

Filters and Nozzles ............................................................................................................................................................................................104

Temperature and Pressure Ranges ........................................................................................................................................................104

Brakes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................105

Power Consumption .......................................................................................................................................................................................105

Airborne Noise Emission ...............................................................................................................................................................................105

Tyre Pressure ........................................................................................................................................................................................................106

Materials and Recycling .................................................................................................................... 107

Disposal of the Sprayer ..................................................................................................................................................................................107

Electrical Connections ...................................................................................................................... 108

Electrical Connections for SPRAY II ........................................................................................................................................................108

Rear Lights .............................................................................................................................................................................................................108

Electric Connections for Boom and Work Lights ..........................................................................................................................109

Boom hydraulic - HPZ 2-fold ......................................................................................................................................................................110

Boom hydraulic - HPZ 3-fold ......................................................................................................................................................................110

Sprayer Hydraulics, Z-version IntelliTrack ...........................................................................................................................................111

Sprayer Hydraulics, Z-version ManualTrack ......................................................................................................................................111

......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................112

Index

Index ................................................................................................................................................. 113

2 - Safety Notes

Operator Safety

Symbols

These symbols are used throughout the book to designate, where the reader has to pay extra attention. The four symbols have the following meanings.

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This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved!

This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved!

This symbol means ATTENTION. This guides to better, easier and more safe operation of your sprayer!

This symbol means NOTE. Extra information is provided.

Precautions

Please note the following recommended precautions and safe operating practices, before using the sprayer.

General Info

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Read and understand this instruction book, before using the equipment. It is equally important, that other operators of this equipment read and understand this book.

If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI dealer for further explanation before using the equipment.

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Local law may demand, that the operator is certified to use spray equipment. Adhere to the local law.

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The driver seat in the tractor is the intended working place during operation.

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Wear protective clothing. Clothing may differ depending on the chemical being sprayed. Adhere to the local law.

Wash and change clothes after spraying. Wash tools if they have become contaminated.

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Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment.

In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical advice. Remember to identify the chemicals used.

Filling and Spraying

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No persons are allowed in the operation areas of the sprayer. Be careful not to hit people or surroundings when manoeuvring the sprayer, especially when reversing.

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Slow down when driving in uneven terrain, as the machine might be in risk of turning over.

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Keep children away from the equipment!

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Do not attempt to enter the tank.

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Do not walk under any part of the sprayer unless it is secured. The boom is secured when placed in the transport brackets.

2 - Safety Notes

Service

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Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals. Never dismount the hoses if the machine is in operation.

DANGER! Do not exceed the maximum recommended speed (rpm) for the Power Take-Off (PTO).

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Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing.

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Never service or repair the equipment while it is operating. Always reassemble all safety devices or shields immediately after servicing.

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Disconnect electrical power before servicing and depressurize equipment after use and before servicing.

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If arc welding is used on the equipment, or anything connected to the equipment, disconnect power leads before welding. Remove all inflammable or explosive material from the area.

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The External Cleaning Device should not be used, if important parts of the equipment have been damaged, including safety devices, high pressure hoses etc.

Label Explanation

The labels are designating potential dangerous places on the machine. Anybody working with or being in close range of the sprayer must respect these labels!

The labels should always be clean and readable! Worn or damaged labels must be replaced with new ones. Contact your local dealer for new labels.

Note that not all labels shown here will apply to your sprayer.

Chemical handling!

Carefully read the informations about chemical preparation before handling the machine. Observe instructions and safety rules when operating.

Service!

Carefully read operators instruction book before handling the machine. Observe instructions and safety rules when operating.

Service!

Shut off the engine and remove ignition key before performing maintenance or repair.

Service!

Tighten to the torque according to instruction book.

Risk of death!

Do not attempt to enter tank.

Risk of burn!

Stay clear of hot surfaces.

Risk of injury!

Do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running.

Risk of injury!

Flying objects - keep a safe distance from the machine, as long as the engine is running.

Risk of injury!

Keep sufficient distance away from electrical power lines.

Risk of injury!

Keep hands away.

2 - Safety Notes

Risk of squeezing!

Stay clear of raised and unsecured loads.

Risk of squeezing

Never reach into the crushing danger area, as long as the parts are moving.

Risk of squeezing!

Keep hands away, when parts is moving.

Risk of falling off!

Do not ride on platform or ladder.

Risk of sprayer tipping over!

Be aware when disconnecting the sprayer.

Grapping area!

Manual handling of the boom etc.

Not for drinking!

This water must never be used for drinking.

Not for drinking!

This water must never be used for drinking.

Tank under p ressure!

Beware when moving lid.

EasyClean filter service!

Open and clean filter monthly.

Lifting point! Lifting point!

Load index!

Max. permitted load rating is 164 at 40 km/h.

2 - Safety Notes

3 - Description

General Info

View

1. EcoFill Valve (optional)

2. Tank Tube R i ser Pi pe Lid

3. Rinsing Tank Level Indicator

4. Main Tank Level Indicator

5. Main Tank Lid

6. EasyClean Filter Clogging Indicator

7. Spray Pressure Gauge

8. Clean Water Tank Lid

9. SafetyLocker

10. Parking Brake

11. Pump

12. Drawbar Hitch

13. Support Leg

14. Step to Platform

15. Agitation/External Cleaning Device Valve

16. Pressure SmartValve

17. External Filling ON/OFF Valve

18. Suction Valve

19. External Filling Coupler

20. EasyClean Filter

21. Rinsing Tank Coupler

22. Pressure Draining Coupler

23. TurboFiller Valves

24. TurboFiller

3 - Description

View

25. RinseTank

26. Main Tank

27. Hose Reel for External Cleaning Device

28. ChemLocker with FoamMarker Tank

29. CycloneFilter

30. Support Leg Storing Position

3 - Description

Identification Plates

Frame, boom centre frame and other main steel components have identification plates indicating type and part number. (not illustrated)

REFERENCE NO. is the main reference number of the complete machine.

A CE identification plate fitted on the frame indicates manufacturer name, model, sprayer weights, etc.

The identification plate also has a QR-code, which can be read by e.g. smartphones to obtain more detailed data about the sprayer, which can be useful for service staff.

Roadworthiness

When driving on public roads and in other areas, where the highway code applies, or in areas with special rules and regulations for marking and lights on implements, you should observe these and equip implements accordingly.

ATTENTION! Max. driving speed for models without brakes and for models equipped with brakes is different. Be aware that these speeds may differ due to local law. Contact local authorities for information of max. driving speeds!

Sprayer Use

The HARDI sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilisers. The equipment must only be used for this purpose. It is not allowed to use the sprayer for any other purposes. If no local law demands that the operator must be certified to use spray equipment, it is strongly recommended to be trained in correct plant protection and in safe handling of plant protection chemicals to avoid unnecessary risk for persons and the environment, when carrying out your spray job.

Frame

Very strong and compact frame which also has a strong chemical and weather resistant electrostatic lacquer coat. Screws, nuts, etc. have been DELTA-MAGNI treated to be resistant to corrosion.

Tank s an d Eq u i p m e nt

The main tank made of impact-proof, UV-resistant and chemical resistant polyethylene, has a purposeful design with no sharp corners for easy cleaning. The filling hole is placed so it can be accessed from the platform. This ensures an easy access for the filling of sprays, cleaning of the tank, etc. The sprayer is also equipped with a rinsing tank and a clean water tank. An optional large, easy-to-read tank level indicator can be placed besides the platform, and it is visible from the tractor cabin.

Nominal contents are 5000 or 6000 litres.

HARDI-INTERNATIONAL AS

REFERENCE NO.:

3 - Description

Liquid System

Pump

Diaphragm pump with 6 diaphragms, model 363 or 463.

Standard = 540 rpm (6 splines shaft). Optional = 1000 rpm (21 splines shaft). The design of the diaphragm pump is simple, with easily accessible diaphragms and valves, which ensure that liquid does not contact the vital parts of the pump.

Valves and Symbols

The possible functions of valves are distinguished by coloured identification on the function labels. The modular valve system facilitates the addition of optional extras on both pressure side and suction side. A function is activated by turning the handle towards the desired function.

ATTENTION! Only the functions used should be open - always close remaining valves.

ATTENTION! If a valve is too tight to operate - or to loose (= liquid leakage) - the valve needs to be serviced. Please see “Adjustment of 3-Way Valve” on page 87 for further information.

Pressure SmartValve (Green Symbols)

This valve is to select which function the pressurized liquid from the pump will be routed to.

The active function is indicated by the indicator. The handle is turned so the indicator points to the label for required function. If handle is turned to a position without label (unused function) then the valve is closed.

Suction Valve (Blue symbols)

This valve is to select suction from main tank or from the rinsing tank.

The handle is turned so the label for required function is directed to the indicator. If handle is turned to vertical position (indicator not pointing at a label) then the valve is closed.

Agitation Valve (Green symbols)

With the adjustable Agitation valve it is possible to combine spraying with a high volume rate at high pressure with agitation at the same time.

This is controlled continuously by the valve: The valve is marked with an arrow on the disc that indicates the amount of liquid that passes through the valve.

• Handle is turned to a position near the tip of the arrow: Only a small amount of liquid is allowed to pass the valve resulting to a lesser extent of agitation.

Main tank Spraying

IInternal tank cleaning (Rinsing nozzles) (optional)

Pressure draining (optional) or TurboFiller (optional)

Main tank Rinsing tank (optional)

3 - Description

• Handle is turned to a position in the wide end of the arrow: A large amount of liquid will pass the valve resulting to a large extent of agitation.

External Filling Device Valve (Blue symbol) (optional)

The valve is used when filling from an external tank or reservoir. Activating valve, starts/stops the filling process.

NOTE! that the suction valve must be closed for maximum filling capacity.

DynamicFluid4 Pressure Regulation

Traditional fluid regulation starts, when the nozzles are opened. With DynamicFluid4 (DF4), the regulation is a continuous process, even if the nozzles are closed. Two ceramic discs regulate the pressure and ensure quick reaction and zero leakages. Used parameters are sprayer speed, PTO speed and the number of activated sections. The benefit is more precise application rates from the second the sprayer begins spraying.

The DynamicFluid4 uses feed forward technology based on 5 sensors, which feed the JobCom computer with data necessary for optimal regulation. It auto-primes at start-up and starts to move the valve towards the final position, immediately after the operator makes changes. For example, when section valves are opened or closed, the regulation valve is started at the same time as the section valve motors are started. This avoids overpressure situations e.g. after running empty and refilling of the main tank.

The 5 sensors are also back-up for each other, ensuring that the system can continue regulation - even if one or more sensor signals fails. The applied sensors measure:

• Sprayer speed (km/h)

• Fluid flow (l/min)

• Fluid pressure (bar)

• Pump speed (rpm)

• Regulation valve opening angle (°)

Features for DF4

• Very fast and accurate regulation when all sensors are ok, setup in menus are correct, and pump, filters and valves are in good condition.

• Quick reacting valve, when sections are turned ON/OFF, and at speed changes.

• Optimized AutoSectionControl feature that predict boom sections to open and optimized nozzle pressure.

• Optimized for different PTO systems.

• Nozzle surveillance. No setup or tuning is required for nozzle change.

• Warning in display, if failures occur on boom plumbing, such as severe clogging of line or nozzle filters or because of

large leakages on hoses and fittings.

• All functions work through with degraded performance (Limp-home modes), if:

• Failures occur in fluid system, e.g. pump defects, clogged filters or leaking valves.

• Failures occur on pressure sensor, flow sensor or pump sensor.

• There is a wrong setup of sprayer data in the menus.

• Emergency mode, if angle sensor or sprayer speed sensor fails.

Adjustable Agitation External Cleaning Device

(optional equipment)

External filling

3 - Description

Screen icons

The sprayer driver selects one of three modes: Auto, Manual or Increment Steps. The sprayer computer detects one of three regulation modes: Drop, Question Mark or Calibration Jug. This makes 9 modes in total.

Auto Manual Increment Steps

Automatic Volume Rate.

Manual Pressure Control.

Volume Rate is changed in steps as %-up or %-down.

Press a button on the controller box to select regulation mode.

Calibration Jug

Flow to the section valves.

Nozzle size (l/min at 3 bar) has been calculated.

Drop

No flow to the section valves.

The pump is not started, or the pressure SmartValve is set to another function than spraying.

Question Mark

Flow to the section valves, but pressure and flow has not yet been stable, therefore the nozzle size (l/min at 3 bar) has not yet been calculated.

The system uses the last saved nozzle size.

3 - Description

Function Diagram for Regulation Valve

ATTENTION! Auto-mode icons are shown, but they could be Manual or Increment Steps icons, depending on driver selection.

Spray job begins

Start condition:

Controller is turned OFF. Pump is turned OFF.

Pressure SmartValve to pressure draining/TurboFiller. Suction

SmartValve to main tank. Water in main tank.

Driver action

Turn the controller ON.

Controller reaction

Controller detects no pressure or flow.

Starts in auto-mode. Sets regulation valve to safe angle to

avoid overpressure at pump start, and to ensure that software

detects, that pump is started (avoiding delay).

Driver action

Turn the pump ON.

Controller action

Controller detects no pressure or flow. Stay in safe position.

Driver action

Turn Pressure SmartValve to Spraying.

Controller reaction

Headland (boom is closed)

Software uses nozzle size and feeds forward

to prepare for opening of boom.

Max. pressure limit is disabled, because last

saved nozzle size is reliable, and therefore the

software “dares” to close the regulation valve

completely.

Headland (boom is closed)

for over 5 minutes

Boom has been closed for a

longer period, so that operator

could have changed to

another nozzle size. Last saved

nozzle size becomes

unreliable.

Software enables maximum

pressure limit.

Controller reaction

Headland (boom is closed)

Controller detects pressure at armature and bypass flow back to tank. Software uses last saved nozzle size and feeds forward

to prepare for opening of the boom.

Max. pressure limit is enabled, because last saved nozzle size

is unreliable, and therefore the software will not close the

regulation valve completely. PrimeFlow booms are primed.

Driver action

Turn Main valve OFF at headland.

Turn Main valve ON to spray.

Driver action

Turn Main valve OFF at headland.

Turn Main valve ON to spray.

Controller reaction

Spraying (boom is open)

Boom is open and sprays.

Both flow measurement and pressure

measurement are good, and the actual

nozzle size is calculated.

The actual nozzle size is used to adjust to

correct volume (liter/hectare).

Flow and pressure are

good

Both flow measurement and

pressure measurement are

good.

Software disables maximum

pressure limit.

Controller reaction

Spraying (boom is open)

Boom is open and sprays.

Software uses last saved nozzle size and pressure sensor to

adjust to correct volume (liter/hectare).

Max. pressure limit is enabled to avoid overpressure. in case

operator has changed to smaller nozzles.

3 - Description

RinseTank

A rinsing tank can be mounted to the rear of the sprayer. The tank is made of impact-proof and chemical resistant polyethylene.

Nominal content is approximately 450 litres.

3 - Description

Filters

An EasyClean suction filter is fitted in the working zone.

A Cyclone pressure filter is fitted to the sprayers right side just in front of the ChemLocker (optional equipment). It has a builtin self-cleaning function.

In-line pressure filters can be fitted at each boom section as an option.

Nozzle filters are fitted at each nozzle.

All filters should always be in use and their function checked regularly. Pay attention to the correct combination of filter and mesh size (see “Spray Technique” book).

EasyClean Filter

To ensure proper function of filter and its built-in valve the filter must be opened at least once every month. A label on the lid also designates this.

• To open filter then turn it counterclockwise and pull it up, like shown on picture.

• Pull out the two locks (A) to remove filter element from the lid.

Besides the spray pressure gauge on the platform an EasyClean clogging indicator is located:

Clogging indicator colour Filter status

Green indicator. No cleaning necessary.

Yellow indicator. It is possible to finish an ongoing spraying job and

then clean the filter after wards.

Red indicator. Clean the EasyClean Filter immediately, as the filter is

clogged.

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CycloneFilter

With the CycloneFilter, any impurities in the spray liquid will by-pass the filter and be re-circulated back to the tank via the return flow.

Function diagram

1. Filter lid

2. From pump

3. To boom

4. Return to tank

5. Return valve

The valve (5) has three positions marked with small dots on the lever:

A. This position marked with 1 dot: There is no return flow. Position is

used when rinsing the boom, if there is spray liquid in the main tank. Also used when high spraying volume is required.

B. This position marked with 2 dots: Normal spraying position. With

return flow to prevent filter is going to be clogged when spraying. This position is used when rinsing the boom, if the main tank is empty.

C. This position marked with 3 dots: Flushing position which is used if filter is clogged. Lift and hold the lever to use this

position, which largely increases return flow and flushes the filter. The pressure SmartValve must be set to “Spraying”.

ATTENTION! Use of position C is no guarantee for a clean filter. Always regularly do a visual inspection and cleaning of the filter. If necessary, see “10 Hours Service - CycloneFilter” on page 79.

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DANGER! Never open the Cyclone filter unless the suction valve is closed and the pressure SmartValve is turned to “Main tank”. Otherwise, spraying liquid may hit you, when opening the filter, and thereby draining the main tank!

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TurboFiller

Before use

• Pull the handle (A) to unlock.

• Grab the handle to push TurboFiller down (B) until it clicks into

locked down-position.

After use

Pull the handle (A) to unlock.

• Grab the handle to pull TurboFiller back in storing position until it locks.

WARNING! Before releasing the lock (A) always keep a hand on the grip to avoid abrupt movement of the TurboFiller!

TurboFiller Suction Valve

The valve is used simultaneously with the TurboFiller. The valve has 2 settings: Continuously open or spring loaded normally closed. Open the valve when chemicals are to be filled into the TurboFiller and transferred to main tank.

TurboDeflector Valve

This TurboDeflector valve activates the Vortex flushing of the TurboFiller. Lift the lever to lock it in open position for continuous liquid rotation in the hopper.

Chemical Container Rinsing Lever

The upper lever is used for two purposes:

When the TurboFiller lid is open: For rinsing empty containers. Place the container over the rotating flushing nozzle in the middle of the TurboFiller to rinse the inside of the container.

When the TurboFiller lid is closed: Use the Chemical Container Rinsing lever to rinse the hopper when the filling of chemicals is completed.

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DANGER! Do not press the lever unless the multi-hole nozzle is covered by a container as spray liquid may otherwise hit the operator.

Suction from TurboFiller

Start TurboDeflector

Chemical Container Rinsing

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Clean Water Tank

A clean water tank is integrated into the right side cover. It is accessed for filling at the sprayers right side when entering the platform. The ball valve is located on the valve cover below the EasyClean filter on sprayers left side. The water in this tank is for hand washing, cleaning of clogged nozzles etc. Only fill this tank with clean water from the well.

Capacity: approximately 20 litres.

WARNING! Although the clean water tank is only filled with clean water, this water must NOT be used for drinking.

DilutionKit (optional)

The dilution kit consist of four valves added to the liquid system, enabling the rinse water to be directed from the rinse tank into the main tank and piping to dilute spray liquid residues.

The dilution kit will ease diluting of chemicals in main tank or boom piping done from the drivers seat while driving in the field. This can be useful when interrupting a spray job, e.g. because of rain or before the tank has to be re-filled at the farm. The dilution kit has two functions that is selected with the optional function switch on the spray controller.

• Tank dilution: Dilute boom piping and the main tank at the same time.

• Boom dilution: Dilute the boom piping only.

NOTE! For cleaning the sprayer, please see “DilutionKit (optional)” on page 24.

NO TE! Dilu tion of che mical res idues may b e req uire d by l aw in cer tai n sit uatio ns be for e re turni ng to the fa rm fo r fill ing or cleaning. Please familiarize with current rules and follow them.

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BoomPrime (optional)

BoomPrime is a low pressure circulation system, which primes the spray boom tubes prior to spraying, ensuring a homogenous fluid in the boom tubes and in the main tank. Below the illustration shows the BoomPrime system for the boom. Components are explained in the diagrams for the liquid systems.

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The BoomPrime system is attached to each end of a boom section (A).

• The boom spray sections are fed into the middle of each section (B).

Liquid for BoomPrime is taken through a bypass valve (D) just before the flowmeter. This valve operates in opposite phase:

When priming, the direction of liquid flow will be reversed. The liquid will be fed into the nozzle tubes from each end, and they will then return any water back to the main tank through the EFC section valves return line (C).

The BoomPrime pressure is adjusted by the handle on the control valve (E), which comprises a pressure gauge.

For adjustment, see “BoomPrime Adjustment (optional)” on page 48.

Operating state Section valves Bypass valve

Spraying Open Closed

Not spraying Closed Open

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Diagram - Basic Liquid System

1. Pump

2. EasyClean filter

3. Suction Valve for Tanks

4. Pressure Control Valve

5. Pressure SmartValve

6. CycloneFilter

7. Return Line for Boost Function

8. Bypass Valve for Boom

9. Distribution Valves

10. Pressure Gauge

11. Spray Boom

12. Agitation Valve

13. Agitation Tube

14. Return Line / Riser Pipe

15. One-Way Valve

16. Safety Valve

17. Riser Pipe

18. Purge Valve

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Diagram - Liquid System with Options

1. Pump

2. EasyClean Filter

3. Suction Valve for Tanks

4. Pressure Control Valve

5. Pressure SmartValve

6. CycloneFilter

7. Return Line for Boost Function

8. Bypass Valve for Spray Boom

9. Distribution Valves

10. Pressure Gauge

11. Pressure Sensor

12. Spray Boom

13. Agitation Valve

14. Agitation Tube

15. Return Line / Riser Pipe

16. One-Way Valve

17. Safety Valve

18. Riser Pipe

19. Rinsing Nozzles

20. RinseTank

21. RinseTank Coupler

22. Valve Block for TurboFiller

23. TurboFiller

24. Ejector for TurboFiller

25. EcoFill Valve

26. Tank Hose for Turbofiller

27. Filling Coupler

28. Filling Valve

29. FastFiller Ejector

30. FastFiller Hose to Tank Inlet

31. Pressure Empty

32. Pressure Drop Line for Pressure Empty

33. External Cleaning

34. Restrictor

35. Pressure Control Valve

36. EcoFill Coupler

37. Pressure Gauge

38. Dilution Valve (ON/OFF Section Valve)

39. Dilution Valve (S67 Pressure Valve)

40. Dilution Valve (S93 Suction Valve)

41. Dilution Valve for Rinsing

42. One-Way Valve

43. Flowmeter

44. Bypass Valve

45. Purge Valve

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Hydraulic Systems

Hydraulic Blocks

Hydraulic blocks fitted to the sprayer are:

Boom

The main boom hydraulic block which manages hydraulic pressure for the boom controls.

ParaLift

This hydraulic block manages hydraulic pressure for the ParaLift.

Open Centre Hydraulics

The open centre hydraulics block is necessary, if the tractor uses open centre hydraulics and/or load sensing. For adjustment, see “Open Centre Hydraulics (optional)” on page 42.

O-LS

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AutoHeight UC5

On sprayers with AutoHeight, this hydraulic block manages hydraulic pressure for the automatic boom height control functions.

IntelliTrack Hydraulics (optional)

This IntelliTrack hydraulic block manages hydraulic pressure for the IntelliTrack steering functions.

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Boom

Boom and terminology

The FORCE boom (HPZ) is a pendulum suspended, fully hydraulic operated Z-version with all functions controlled via the Direct Hydraulic System (D.H.).

The boom is suspended in a strong, stable parallelogram boom lift. It is available in 24, 27, 28, 30, 32, 33 and 36 m working width. The 24 m to 28 m booms are 2-folded, and the 30 m to 36 m booms are 3-folded.

Boom features:

• Hydraulic pendulum lock.

• Outer sections incorporate spring-loaded breakaway.

• Individual boom tilt control

• Individual folding of outer sections. This enables alternative boom widths.

• The boom can be used in half-folded position. Half-folded lengths are as follows:

For 2-folded booms the terminology are as follows:

A. Breakaway section

C. 1st outer wing

E. Inner wing

F. Centre section

For 3-folded booms the terminology is as follows:

A. Breakaway section

B. 2nd outer wing

C. 1st outer wing

E. Inner wing

F. Centre section

NOTE! When controlling the 3-fold boom via the SetBox, it will fold the 1st and 2nd outer wings in the same step. Folding terminology is as follows:

X. 2nd outer wing

Y. 1st outer wing

Z. Inner wing

Full working width 1/2 folded 2/3 folded

24 metres 12 metres

27 metres 14 metres

28 metres 14 metres

30 metres 12 metres 23 metres

32 metres 14 metres 25 metres

33 metres 14 metres 25 metres

36 metres 14 metres 27 metres

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Hardi NAVIGATOR FORCE Instruction Book

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual